Navigating Holidays with Critical Thinking

Navigating Holidays with Critical Thinking: FREE workshop for Early Childhood Educators

Holidays bring joy, excitement and cultural celebrations to early childhood education(ECE)settings. However, they also present an opportunity to foster critical thinking skills and promote inclusivity among young learners. This workshop focuses on navigating holidays in ECE settings with an emphasis on cultivating critical thinking and fostering a respectful understanding of diverse perspectives. In this workshop, participants will:

● Explore the importance of nurturing critical thinking skills in educators and young children and how it relates to navigating holiday celebrations, cultural awareness, and cultural sensitivity.

● Think about how to promote inclusive holiday practices in ways that are meaningful and respectful of a diverse range of people.

● Think about how to incorporate diverse perspectives by collaborating with families and their social location.

Presenter Name: Ana Valle Rivera

Title: Public Speaker, Consultant and the Founder of Early Years Thriving

Bio: Ana is a proud mother of three, a public speaker, a consultant, and the founder of Early Years Thriving. Ana has 17+ years of experience in the childcare field. She has direct experience working with children and families using inclusive and trauma-informed approaches. Ana has 10+ years of experience working in adult education and she currently supports ECE practicum students at the college level. Ana has 8+ years of experience as a workshop facilitator and has facilitated hundreds of professional development workshops for thousands of educators, teachers, and parents. Ana has a Diploma in ECE, a Bachelor’s Degree in Child & Youth Care, and is currently completing a Master’s of Professional Education in ECE.

Date: Wednesday, December 4th
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Location: Online – ZOOM link will be provided one day prior to the event. Please ensure your email is entered correctly.

Professional Development Certificate for 2 hrs will be provided.

Limited spots available! Register today to secure your place.